User manual DOD FX40B

[. . . ] WHAT THE FX 40B DOES CONTROLS OPERATION OF THE FX40B LEVEL CONTROL: Adjusts the output of the graphic equalizer to compensate for level increases or decreases due to the equalisation applied to the signal. EQUALIZATION CONTROLS: The seven bands of equalization on one octave centers allow you to adjust the tone of the sound at specific frequencies. Each control cuts or boosts its respective band of frequencies (one octave wide) by up to 18 dB. [. . . ] LED battery indicator shows the status of the effect and battery condition. Rubber non-skid bottom. The main idea in learning how to use the equalizer is to move one slider at a time and listen carefully to the change it makes in the sound. Agreat deal of trial-and-error is involved in learning what this signal processor can do for you. The graphic equalizer may be used at the beginning, in the middle and at the end of the effect chains. When the equalizer is used at the beginning of an effect chain, it usually is used to change the basic sound of your instrument. Used with an acoustical guitar the equalizer can be used to brighten its sound by boosting its upper frequencies and boosting the level from an acoustical pickup. A single coil pickup on an electric guitar may sound too thin, so a boosting of the lower frequencies may yield a firmer sound to the instrument. A hum-bucking pickup may be too brassy, so a slight cutting of the lower frequencies may help. When the graphic equalizer is used in the middle of an effects chain, it is used to change or enhance the output of the sound from a particular effect unit. (Be sure to reduce the level to avoid clipping going into the next effect. ) When the graphic equalizer is used at the end of an effects chain, it can be used to change the overall sound of the chain, or make up for something lacking in the sound system, or cut down feedback from one input channel in your P. A. on one channel is done by cutting only one band of frequencies so that the overall sound is changed the least amount. · Unauthorized repair of the FX40B will void the warranty. Should your FX40B require service, contact your DOD FX pedal dealer for return / repair information. · Use of any AC adapter other than the DOD PS125 will void the warranty of this product. · If the FX40B fails to switch in or out or the LED indicator stays lit, the battery needs to be replaced. · Remove the battery whenever the unit is not going to be used for an extended period of time. This will prevent possible damage due to leaking battery fluids. IMPORTANT NOTES · The FX40B battery is in use whenever the INPUT jack is plugged in. If you are not using the FX40B, be sure to unplug the cable from the INPUT jack. [. . . ] Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA European Contact: Your Local DOD Sales and Service Office or Safety: EN 60065 (1993) IEC65 (1985) with Amendments 1, 2, 3 International Sales Office 3 Overlook Drive #4 Amherst, New Hampshire 03031, USA Tel (603) 672-4244 Fax (603) 672-4246 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY International Distribution 3 Overlook Drive Unit 4 Amherst, New Hampshire 03031 U. S. A. FAX (603) 672-4246 DOD Electronics Corporation 8760 South Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070 Telephone (801) 566-8800 FAX (801) 566-7005 DOD Electronics Corporation President of DOD 8760 S. Sandy Parkway Sandy, Utah 84070, USA Supplementary Information: Effective: August 26, 1997 declares that the product EMC: EN 55013: (1990) EN 55020: (1991) Product Name: FX40B 40B EQUALIZER GRAPHIC A Harman International Company LEVEL 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 BRIGHTENING AN ELECTRIC/ACOUSTIC LEVEL 100 200 400 800 1600 3200 6400 SETTING FOR A BIG THICK SOUND FROM A DISTORTION EFFECT [. . . ]